Secondary School

Going to secondary school is an exciting time in your life. It can also be complicated sometimes. Being a young person who is blind or partially sighted can throw up a few extra challenges along the way, but with the right steps and support these bumps in the road can be overcome and you can make the most out of your time at school.

That’s why we have created some handy resources for you to check out which will help you on your way; including topics such as the things you need to know when starting school, who is there to support you, getting around independently, information to help you make the right moves towards the job you want to do and much more…

This is also a great place for parents and education professionals to find resources to help support young blind and partially sighted people through their studies at secondary school.

Have a question? Why not get in touch, you can contact our Student Support Service.

And why not connect with other blind and partially sighted students:

Join our Student Support Facebook group

Six Steps for Starting Secondary School

Explore our guide to getting ready to start secondary school as a blind or partially sighted student, including advice around support, navigation and technology.

Find out more about 'Six Steps for Starting Secondary School'

The Professionals There to Support You at School

Find out more about the key professionals that are there to support you at school as a blind or partially sighted student and what they do.

Find out more about 'The Professionals There to Support You at School'

Seven Steps into Work Experience

Find out everything you need to know to set up your own work experience in our handy seven step guide.

Find out more about 'Seven Steps into Work Experience'

College, Sixth Form and Apprenticeships

Guidance to support blind and partially sighted students through their studies in college and further education.

Find out more about 'College, Sixth Form and Apprenticeships'
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